Kakariki Tiny House - Bush Sauna, Okere Falls | House in Rotorua
1 Bedroom House in Okere Falls, Rotorua
Summary:
Looking for a tiny house tucked into native bush with your own sauna? This is the one...
📍 Walk » Kaituna River and the Okere Falls track
📍 Walk » Rotorua Rafting and the zipline
📍 Walk » Okere Falls Store - craft beer, food and live music
📍 25 min » Redwoods Forest, Te Puia, Polynesian Spa
📍 30 min » Zorb, Canopy Tours, Waiariki Spa, Skyline Gondola & Luge
📍 15 min » Rotorua Airport
✅ Private outdoor sauna looking into the bush
✅ Smart TV
✅ Free off-street parking
The Space:
Purpose built and set in the bush at Okere Falls, Kākāriki Tiny House is small by design and generous in everything else. A timber boardwalk leads down from your car through landscaped gardens, lit up at night, to a deck that is yours alone. You will hear tūī before you hear anything else.
HIGHLIGHTS
⭐️ Private electric sauna just off the deck, looking straight out into native bush
⭐️ Cold shower beside the sauna for the full hot and cold cycle
⭐️ Five minute walk over the bridge to the Okere Falls Store
⭐️ Kaituna River, the Okere Falls track, rafting and ziplining all on foot
⭐️ Lit timber boardwalk and landscaped gardens from the car to the door
⭐️ Open plan tiny house with a proper kitchen and a queen bed
⭐️ Smart TV with Netflix for a night in
⭐️ Heat pump in the main area
⭐️ Free off-street parking right by the stairs
⭐️ Lake Rotoiti at the end of the road, Rotorua 25 minutes away
- BEDROOMS -
Bedroom 1: Queen bed
Sleeps 2 in total. All bedding and linen supplied.
- BATHROOM -
One full bathroom with hot water, shower, shampoo, conditioner, body soap and towels. Hair dryer, extra pillows and blankets provided.
- LIVING AREA -
Open plan lounge, dining and kitchen that catches the afternoon light. The kitchen is a proper one - electric oven and hobs, fridge, freezer, dishwasher, microwave, kettle, toaster, plunger coffee, cookware, dishes, wine glasses and a dining table. The heat pump keeps the whole space warm in winter and cool in summer. Smart TV with Netflix, and a laptop friendly spot if you need to get some work done.
- SAUNA -
The electric sauna sits just off the deck and looks out into the bush. There is a cold shower alongside it, so you can run the full hot and cold cycle. It sounds like a nice extra until you have done it, and then it becomes the reason you came back.
- OUTDOOR AREA -
The deck is private to you - good for a slow breakfast, or a cold beer after a day on the river. Outdoor seating, garden outlook and native bush on the boundary. The landscaping around the property is stunning, and the boardwalk is lit at night so getting back after a late one at the store is easy.
- PARKING -
Free off-street parking on the property, with a spot right beside the stairs, parallel to the fence line. The boardwalk starts from there.
Guest Access:
You have the whole tiny house to yourself - the open plan living space, the bedroom, the bathroom, your own deck, and exclusive use of the sauna and cold shower. Park at the top of the driveway, take the stairs down, follow the boardwalk along and then up a short set of stairs to the door. Light switches sit at either end of the boardwalk. Make yourself at home.
The Neighborhood:
Okere Falls is not a resort - it is a real Rotorua lakes community sitting where Lake Rotoiti meets the Kaituna River, twenty five minutes north of Rotorua on State Highway 33. From the door you can walk to the river and the Okere Falls track, to Rotorua Rafting and the zipline, and over the bridge to the Okere Falls Store, a one-of-a-kind spot with a craft beer lineup that has to be seen to be believed, plus food, coffee and live music.
The Kaituna runs Grade 5 if you want it to, with the world's highest commercially rafted waterfall at Tutea Falls. Lake Rotoiti is considerably calmer - kayaking, fishing, boating and the hot pools you can only reach by water. Drive into Rotorua and the Redwoods Forest, Te Puia and Polynesian Spa are all around twenty five minutes, with Zorb, Canopy Tours, Waiariki Spa and the Skyline Gondola and Luge on the far side of town at about thirty. The Bay of Plenty beaches at Maketu and Papamoa are under an hour.
This is a real neighbourhood, so you will have neighbours, the sounds that come with them, and the occasional dog or rooster making themselves known. Guests who love that are the ones who tend to love it here.
Getting Around:
You will want a car. There is free off-street parking on the property, right beside the stairs. Rotorua Airport is 15 minutes down State Highway 33 and Rotorua city is 25 minutes. From the door it is 23 minutes to the Redwoods Forest, 25 to Te Puia, 26 to Polynesian Spa, Zorb and Canopy Tours, and 28 to the Skyline Gondola and Luge. Tauranga and the Bay of Plenty beaches are around 45 minutes the other way. The Okere Falls Store, the river, the rafting base and the zipline are all walkable, so plenty of guests find the car stays parked for most of the stay.
Other Things to Note:
Access is down a set of stairs from the driveway, along the boardwalk and then up a second short set of stairs, so the property is not suitable for anyone unable to navigate stairs. It is also not suitable for children.
The sauna is electric and simple to run - instructions are inside. The property is on tank rainwater and mains sewerage, with gas hot water and an electric oven and hobs.
The boardwalk is lit at night, with switches at both ends.
Interaction with Guests:
If you need anything at all during your stay, just send us a message 💬 - happy to help 😊
This 1 Bedroom House provides accommodation with Air Conditioner, Parking, Balcony/Terrace, for your convenience. This House features many amenities for guests who want to stay for a few days, a weekend or probably a longer vacation with family, friends or group. The rental House has 1 Bedroom and 1 Bathroom to make you feel right at home.
Check to see if this House has the amenities you need and a location that makes this a great choice to stay in Okere Falls. Enjoy your stay in Okere Falls at this House.
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Amenities
Facility Overview
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Air conditioning
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Heating
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Towels provided
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Shower
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Hair dryer
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Shampoo
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Bed sheets provided
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Dining table
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Dishwasher
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Toaster
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Electric kettle
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Oven
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Refrigerator
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Stovetop
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Microwave
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Cookware/dishes/utensils
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Washing machine and dryer
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Onsite parking
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No pets allowed
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Smoke-free property
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Fishing nearby
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TV
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Unit size: 646 sq ft (60 sq m)
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English
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Office
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WiFi available
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Garden
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Balcony
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Smoke detector installed (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
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Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector)
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Sauna
Policies
Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed this property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room this property is managed through our partner, vrbo. you will receive an email from vrbo with a link to a vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation
FAQ's
Is this property pet-friendly for guests?
No, pets are not allowed at this property. Check the guest reviews to learn what guests had to share.
Does the property have a swimming pool?
No, this Okere Falls house does not have a swimming pool. Check the Facility Overview section for details about the pool and other available facilities.
How much does it cost per night to stay in property?
Best-rates for the Okere Falls house starts from $179 per night with includes Balcony/Terrace, Security/Safety, Bedding/Linens, Spa, Child Friendly, Heating, TV, Wellness Facilities, Internet, Kitchen, Laundry, Air Conditioner, Parking with all other facilities. matches every traveler with their perfect accommodation, whether you are traveling with a group, friends, family, or pets.
Is property a family-friendly place to stay?
Based on the information we have received from the owner or our partner, this is considered to be a family-friendly property. Families have rated this house Good or guests have recommended them suitable for families. As reported by the owner or manager, the house has specified that children are welcome. Please see details about suitability for your family or inquire with the property to learn more.
Is the property wheelchair accessible or offer services for disabled guests?
Based on the information received from our partner, the Okere Falls house has not specified they are wheelchair accessible. Likewise, there is not an elevator specified as being available at the property. Specific accessibility details may be addressed in the property details section of this page.
What is the minimum night stay policy for the property?
Based on the information reported by the owner or manager, the Okere Falls house indicates 1 day stay policy at this house. Guests are cautioned that the minimum stay policy may differ based on seasonality or availability and may be at the discretion of the owner or manager.
What cancellation policy is in place for property?
Guests are cautioned that the cancellation policy may differ based on seasonality, availability, or current travel restrictions. Guests should also be aware that this policy may be subject to change and should be confirmed prior to booking. More details may be available on this page in the property description. However, early check-in or late check-out can sometimes be negotiated between the guest and the owner or the manager of this property.
